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00:00If you are visiting Wat Arun, don't miss a chance to stop at Wat Rakhang or the Temple of Bell.

00:06This is one of Bangkok's most respected temples and it's just 1.4 kilometers away from Wat Arun.

00:13Nassau on the banks of Bangkok's Jalphea River lines Wat Rakhang Khositaram.

00:19Long ago during restoration work, an ancient bell was unearthed here. It's believed to bring good

00:25fortune. That discovery gave this temple its name and set the tone for its spiritual reputation.

00:31Wat Rakhang is best known for its revered monk, Somdet Pra Puthachan Toh Pramarangsi, better known as Toh.

00:37Born in King Rama I reign and later serving as a royal chaplain to King Rama IV,

00:43his wise sermons inspired even the monarchy. He composed the powerful Shinnabanchon mantra

00:48and created the legendary Pra Somdet Amulet, known as the King of Thai Amulet.

00:54believed to bring protection, strength and peace.

00:57And that's a wrap. Have you visited Wat Rakhang yet?